The Walkley Foundation, together with the Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance (MEAA) and Media Super, is giving final year journalism students the opportunity to make valuable contacts and meet successful recent graduates through their MediaPass Student Industry Days program.
The events are designed to give students a better understanding of the media industry, including what conditions to expect when they begin working, and to provide them with tips on applying for jobs. A range of journalists and editors will be present to pass on their advice.
The Student Industry Days will commence in Sydney on Tuesday, May 10, at Redfern Hall, from 9:30am – 4:30pm.
Speakers include:
Jock Cheetham – journalist at the Sydney Morning Herald
Heather Forbes – national Manager Staff Development for the ABC’s News Division
Nina Funnell – freelance opinion writer
Yaara Bou Melhem – recipient of the Young Australian Television Journalist of the Year Award 2009
Melbourne will be second to host the event on Wednesday, May 18, at the Wheeler Centre, from 9:30am – 4:30pm.
Speakers include:
Colin McKinnon – Training and Development Editor for The Age
Mark Gambino – freelance photographer and copywriter
Jason Edwards – photographer for Leader Community Newspapers
Subsequent dates can be found on the website.
Entry is free and lunch is also provided.
Places are limited, so RSVP to Danielle Gorman at students@alliance.org.au.
